The struggle of BA post op day 6. Is it normal for the breasts to feel heavy, hard, and stiff?

August 23, 2015
Asked By:lover101 in San Jose, CA

I had my breast augmentation 6 days ago. Is it normal for the breasts to feel heavy, hard, and stiff? Sometimes i have burning sensations or sharp pain on the side of my boobs. Normal??? I know they are still new but im very paranoid that i will have capsular contracture. How soon can i feel they are part of my body? Right now they are still foreign objects and i feel very uncomfortable. At this point, i question myself if its worth it.

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August 25, 2015

Answer: Heavy, hard and stiff breasts after breast augmentation

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Answer: Symptoms vary widely as you recovery from augmentation

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